Independent Mission Trips
When serving on mission with the local church or NRCA is not possible, families can complete an independent mission trip that will coordinate with their personal schedules. NRCA has partnered with several organizations that have programs available to stir a student’s heart for serving and fulfill the mission trip requirement for graduation.
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Baptists on Mission – Warsaw, NC
Website Address 1333 W. Charity Road Rose Hill, NC 28458 United States | Date(s) Coordinate with organization for dates Cost TBD |
Our desire is to serve those who have been affected by coastal storms, including those still affected by Hurricane Florence. Please remember that the debris removal (among other aspects of the work) is only the tool for reaching people for Christ.
Students should inquire about serving with this organization by going to the link above and filling out the information on that page. A staff member from Baptists on Mission will reach out to you to begin coordinating with you regarding your trip.
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​ Big Creek Missions Website https://www.bigcreekmissions.com/anytime Address 90 Bullskin Rd Bear Branch, KY 41714 United States | Contact Name Big Creek Missions – Kentucky Contact Phone Contact Email | Date(s) Coordinate with organization for dates Cost TBD |
Depending on your skill levels, your group can do any of the following:
Construction – Assist homeowners in need with basic home repairs of all types. We have already scouted dozens of projects awaiting completion. Many of these projects are homes of the elderly or widowed or homes with children. The projects can be simple or complex – it’s up to you! Our staff will be available to assist.
Community – We have developed several of our own local ministries and have nurtured multiple partnerships with local outreach ministries in our area. Your team may serve in food pantries, churches, adult care centers, clothing centers, nursing homes, and more.
Children – As schedules and permissions allow, your team may work with local schools, children’s programs, or day camps.
Other – Does your team have specific skills that you’d like to utilize during your mission trip? If so, please let us know, and we will do our best to connect your team with needs in our area.
Church/Organization | Contact Information | Date/Cost |
Foothills Service Project Website https://www.foothillsserviceproject.org/get-involved Address 940 Malcolm Blvd Connelly Sprints, NC 28612 United States | Contact Name Scotty Donnelly Contact Phone Contact Email | Date(s) Coordinate with organization for dates Cost TBD |
Foothills Service Project is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit Christian home repair ministry established for the purpose of assisting persons in Burke and surrounding counties to make homes dry, safe, warm, and accessible. Our project is committed to honoring the God-given dignity and value of all people, regardless of race, color, or creed. We intend to promote the physical and spiritual health of all those who need help but are lacking the knowledge or physical ability to help themselves, with an emphasis on assisting the older adult population. Our ministry is possible only because of the many caring people willing to help others in need.
Students will have the opportunity to serve by helping build accessibility ramps as well as other projects, including the following: porches replaced/repaired, handrails/grab bars installed, lift chairs installed, or floors repaired. You can find more information about various service projects with Foothills on our website.
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Hinton Center – Hayesville, NC
Website https://www.hintoncenter.org/ministries/mission-outreach-and-service/
Address 2330 Hinton Center Road Hayesville, NC 28904 United States | Date(s) Coordinate with organization for dates
Cost $250-$400 |
Through Hinton’s Mission Outreach Program, teams serve for a week or weekend on Safe and Healthy Home Repair projects in the local Appalachian community. Projects may include the following: building wheelchair ramps, porches, and steps; underpinning mobile homes; painting; repairing floors; and helping with yard work.
Our mission emphasis is not just on construction or completing projects but on building relationships with our neighbors. Through hands-on work and building relationships, mission team members open themselves up to being served in return.
Please view the Hinton Center website for further details regarding mission trip opportunities through this organization.
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Operation Christmas Child – Charlotte, NC Website https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/volunteer-at-a-shoebox-processing-center/ Address 7100 Forest Point Blvd Charlotte, NC 28217 United States | Contact Name Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child Contact Phone Contact Email | Date(s) Coordinate with organization for dates Cost Cost of room and board on your own |
Students who serve with Operation Christmas Child for a minimum of three days of at least eight hours per day, helping package shoe boxes for the OCC season, will be able to fulfill their mission trip requirement. Students will need to register for their days of service via the Operation Christmas Child website.
The cost of this mission trip will be your food and lodging during your time serving with OCC in Charlotte. There is also an opportunity to do the same service with Operation Christmas Child in Boone, NC.
Church/Organization | Contact Information | Dates/Cost |
Operation Christmas Child – Boone, NC Website https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/volunteer-at-a-shoebox-processing-center/ Address 801 Bamboo Road Boone, NC 28607 United States | Contact Name Samaritan’s Purse – Operation Christmas Child Contact Phone Contact Email | Date(s) Coordinate with organization for dates. Cost Cost of Room and Board on your own |
Students who serve with Operation Christmas Child for at least three days of at least eight hours per day helping package shoe boxes for the OCC season will fulfill their mission trip requirement. Students will need to register for their days of service via the Operation Christmas Child website.
The cost of this mission trip will be your food and lodging during your time serving with OCC in Boone. There is also an opportunity to do the same service with Operation Christmas Child in Charlotte, NC.
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Thirst Missions Website Address 21450 Forest Blvd. N Suite 200, Forest Lake, Minnesota, 55025 | Cost Our pricing starts at $549/person for a 6 day/5 night mission trip. |
Thirst Missions is the world's leader in short-term mission trips to Alaska, Appalachia, Belize, and Puerto Rico. *New Location coming in 2025. We are committed to leading quality mission trips for every group to each of our locations. On each of our trips, we take care of all the logistics and planning so your group can focus on ministry and relationships. It is our goal to partner with you with local pastors and ministries to provide opportunities for your group to minister, keep everyone safe, to guide the trip in cultural areas, and to serve your group by taking care of all the behind-the-scenes details. We are intentional about every part of our mission trip experiences and take seriously the importance of making every trip amazing and impactful. Our minimum to make a team is 4 people, no age limit, dates available year round, and you choose your dates for any length of time beginning with 6 days. All of our mission trips are private and customized to your team based upon your giftings, skillsets, and goals for your mission trip. Please contact us for more information!
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Summer 2025 |
A Christian Sports Camp in Northeast Spain offering missions trip in the Summer of 2025. Two opportunities: Last 12 days in June or first 12 days in July. We need coaches, players, multi-media, activity personnel, kitchen/service personnel, counselors and more!

